Alyra’s team is developing an amazing expedition for a Montreal high school that will combine learning the history of Mesoamerica, traditionals ceremonies, cultural immersion and experiencing excursions in nature. The most important objective is to accomplish a development project in order to improve the quality of life in a hosting community in the Sierra Sur (south mountain) in the state of Oaxaca.
Day 1: Night time arrival in Oaxaca City
Private transport to Cerro Santiago (3h30)
1 night in a hostel in Oaxaca
11 nights in homestays
Private transport from the community to Puerto Angel in Mazunte (3h)
3 nights in Puerto Angel
Private transport to the airport at Oaxaca (6h)
1 night in a hostel in Oaxaca
Day 17: Flight back to Montreal
Day 18: Arrival in Montreal in the morning
Travel documents
A valid passport that expires at least 6 months after the date of your return flight back home.
Luggage
The least amount of luggage possible. We recommend bags that are practical and easy to carry. One large bag and a small day back-pack is ideal.
Health
We recommend you consult your local medical travel clinic (or doctor) a few months before leaving in order to ensure you have the necessary vaccines. Your medical insurance card might not cover costs incurred due to injuries or health costs when you are abroad. If you need to travel with medication of some kind, please bring a doctor’s prescription.
Safety
We recommend you bring a concealed belt that can hold your important documents, credit cards and currencies. It is illegal to take any objects found in archeological sites or any natural resources from any of the national parks, ecological reserves, protectorates or any other sites visited.
Insurance
Find information of our availaible travel insurance: All inclusive travel policy and Youth travel policy.
• International flights from Montreal and back;
• Alyra’s CO (Creative Organizer) accompanying the group 24/7;
• Local transportation;
• Lodging (in the community): in host families, 1-2 per family for students;
• Lodging (outside the community): multiple occupancy for students;
• Food: 3 meals a day (Local authentic food will be served);
• Snacks and potable water at all times;
• Organization of the community projects and coordination with the local community leader and members;
• Non-alcoholic drinks and potable water during meals;
• Activities/visits mentioned with local guides (when mentioned);
• Entrance tickets for museums, parks, sites, etc mentioned in the itinerary;
• Tips to local guides, drivers, restaurants, etc.;
• Pre-trip prep: 2 meetings with the students/parents to prepare everyone for the trip.
• 0.1% for the OPC (Consumer Protection Office);
• Insurance Package: Medical, Interruption and Cancelation coverage;
• Visa expenses (for non-canadian passports)
• Souvenirs/gifts you decide to buy;
• Transportation from the school to the airport and back;
• Laundry and any other personal expenses.
T (514) 563-2058
F (514) 221-4440
C info@alyraexpeditions.com
5285 Rue de Brébeuf, Montréal QC, H2J 3L8
T (514) 563-2058
F (514) 221-4440
C info@alyraexpeditions.com
5285 Rue de Brébeuf, Montréal QC, H2J 3L8